electricity token prices 26-31 May 2026: how many kWh for Rp 50,000 to Rp 100,000?
Information on electricity token prices for the week of 26-31 May 2026 remains crucial for PLN prepaid customers, as without top-ups, power supply could be interrupted at any time. Unlike mobile phone credits, electricity tokens are measured in kilowatt-hour (kWh) units. Therefore, the amount of electricity received varies even when the purchase amount is identical. What are the electricity token prices for 26-31 May 2026, and how many kWh can be obtained from a Rp 50,000 to Rp 100,000 top-up? The electricity token tariff for May 2026 remains unchanged from previous periods. It is worth noting that non-subsidised electricity tariff adjustments typically occur every three months, taking into account economic indicators such as the rupiah exchange rate, inflation, Indonesian Crude Price (ICP), and benchmark coal price (HBA). βThe government has fixed the electricity tariff for the second quarter of 2026. This decision aims to preserve purchasing power,β stated acting director general of electricity at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Tri Winarno, in an official statement on Monday (16 March 2026). By understanding the current electricity tariff, customers can estimate the kWh received from each top-up. The PPJ (additional charge) varies by region. For the following simulation, a 3% PPJ rate, applicable in Jakarta, is used. A 1,300 VA household purchasing a Rp 50,000 electricity token. The calculation is as follows: